DIRECTV DIAGNOSTIC / ERROR CODES AND SOLUTIONS

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lected this material: DBSTalk users RobertE and Signal Labs member Litzdog911.

How to read this table:

A code may pop up during bootup or after running a system test. Generally it will be two digits,

followed by three digits. The ﬁrst two digits represent a problem as shown below.

DIRECTV DIAGNOSTIC / ERROR CODES AND SOLUTIONS

Error

Code

Issue Cause / Resolution

10 Receiver Error Detected - Unable to read RID Replace Receiver.

11 Receiver Error Detected - Bad Tuner Not related to

TV Apps (11)

Replace Receiver.

12 Problem with the Network Tuner (possible prob-

lem inside the box).

Replace Receiver.

13 Problem reading the access card Contact Customer Service.

14 On Screen Text: “Internal Storage Error Detected.

A problem was detected reading your internal

storage device. Please call Customer Service at

1-800-DIRECTV and report the diagnostic code

displayed below. Diagnostic Code: 14”

What to do: Select “Reboot” to reset Receiver. If still a

problem: Do NOT try to reformat from the front panel.

Replace Receiver.

15 On Screen Text: “Internal Storage Error Detected.

A problem was detected reading your internal

storage device. Please call Customer Service at

1-800-DIRECTV and report the diagnostic code

displayed below. Diagnostic Code: 15”

What to do: Select “Reboot” to reset Receiver. If still a

problem: Do NOT try to reformat from the front panel.

Replace Receiver.

16 On Screen Text: “Receiver Error Detected A prob-

lem with your receiver was detected. Please call

customer service at 1-800-531-5000 and report

the diagnostic code displayed above. Diagnostic

Code: 16” Probable Cause: Receiver’s networking

chip has failed. H / HR 24s and higher only

What to do:

• Reset the receiver

• Run system diagnostics again.

• If code 16 persists, oer a receiver re-

placement.

• This test ensures the coaxial network

chips in the receiver are functioning.

If this test fails, the receiver should be

replaced.

20 A problem with your ODU has been detected. No

longer active.

Inspect general condition of dish and cabling between

dish and receiver. This error is usually followed by

other more specic errors that may provide specic

information on points of failure.

DIRECTV DIAGNOSTIC / ERROR CODES AND SOLUTIONS

21 A problem has been detected in the storage

device.

Hard drive is experiencing an initialization error or

Critical Fault. Replace receiver.

22 Internal Storage Error Detected. The HDDVR was rebooted while uploading new hard

drive rmware. Replace receiver.

23 Internal Storage Error Detected. HDDVR hard drive rmware was completed, but hard

drive errors were found, and the hard drive could not

be recovered. Replace receiver.

24 A fatal error has occurred. No longer active. You will need to replace the HR23-700 receiver.

25 H2x ash memory corruption is detected. A problem has been detected. Your receiver will at-

tempt to repair it now. This will cause current user set-

tings to be lost, but it should correct the problem and

restore normal operation. If this condition persists,

please call Customer Service

40 13/18V test. Satellite Dish Alignment or Distribution problem.

41 Guide data failure. Possible distribution problem,

incorrect ODU selection or signal blockage to one

or more satellite locations

Troubleshoot cause of low/no signal.

42 Guide data failure. Possible distribution problem,

incorrect ODU selection or signal blockage to one

or more satellite locations

Troubleshoot cause of low/no signal.

43 Installation Verication Failure. Caused by low

signal or distribution problem.

Troubleshoot cause of low signal.

44 Second tuner connection problem Verify Sat tuners are connected properly

45 Guide data Issue – No guide data received in over

24 hours

Possible distribution problem, incorrect ODU selection

or signal blockage to one or more satellite locations.

46 Guide data Issue – No guide data received in over

1 hour

Possible distribution problem, incorrect ODU selection

or signal blockage to one or more satellite locations.

47 Home Network Distribution Problem – [Location

Name(s) or “ROUTER - 000B6Bxxxxxx”] has a poor

network connection. If you are having problems

viewing recordings from this receiver, please call

Customer Service at 1-800-531-5000 and report

the diagnostic code displayed above. Diagnostic

Code: 47” H / HR 24s and higher only

Probable Cause:

• A DECA is attached to an H/HR24.

• The DECA on an H2x/HR2x/R22 or

the Broadband DECA is loose or not

plugged in.

• Other issue with the cabling.

• This test determines if the network

bandwidth is sucient to meet DIRECTV

specications.

• If it fails, a problem is likely with the

coaxial cables, splitters, or ttings.

• A service call should be made to check

the coaxial distribution, if necessary.

DIRECTV DIAGNOSTIC / ERROR CODES AND SOLUTIONS

48 Home Network Interference Problem – The

receiver has reduced network performance. If

you are having problems viewing recordings

from this receiver, please call Customer Service at

1-800-531-5000 and report the diagnostic code

displayed above. Diagnostic Code: 48 H / HR 24s

and higher only

Probable Cause:

• The network may have excessive outside

interference.

• This test determines if the network

bandwidth has excessive interference,

as opposed to a poor signal. A service

call should be made to address faulty

cables or connectors and isolate outside

interference.

49 Primary Tuner Connection Problem – No SWM

channels are available. The receiver is unable to

there are too many receivers connected to the

coax network. Please call Customer Service at

1-800-531-5000 and report the diagnostic code

displayed above. Diagnostic Code: 49” H / HR 24s

and higher only (and D12)

Probable Cause:

• There are too many receivers/tuners

connected to the SWiM.

• See SWiM Installation Limits if needed.

50 Secondary Tuner Connection Problem – Only a

single SWM channel is available. The receiver is

unable to use the second tuner for Live TV or

Recordings because there are too many receiv-

ers connected to the coax network. Please call

Customer Service at 1-800-531-5000 and report

the diagnostic code displayed above. Diagnostic

Code: H / HR 24s and higher only

Probable Cause:

• There are too many receivers/tuners

connected to the SWiM.

• See SWiM Installation Limits if needed.

• The SWiM has enough space for Tuner 1

in the DVR, but not Tuner 2.

51 SWM Not Detected - The receiver cannot detect

the presence of a SWM on the coax network. The

receiver is unable to use any tuners for Live TV

or Recordings. The SWM requires that a power

inserter be plugged into an electrical outlet.

Please check that the power inserter has not

been unplugged. Select “Test Again” to see if this

has resolved the issue. If this doesn’t work then

please call Customer Service at 1-800-531-5000

and report the diagnostic code displayed above.

Diagnostic Code: 51 The OSD also has a Recheck

SWiM button to check for a SWiM installation. H /

HR 24s and higher only

Probable Cause:

• There’s no SWiM network present.

• For some reason the SWiM isn’t commu-

nicating with the network.

54 MoCA Network Test Error Genie Only 1. A coax connection is not being used

between the Genie server and client in cases

where a DIRECTV Ready client is installed.

2. The MoCA IV test drivers have not

properly initialized..

70 Congured for network, but cannot detect Net-

work connection.

Troubleshoot network/internet connection.

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71 “Cannot Detect Internet - Your receiver is cong-

ured to work with a home network but is unable

to access the Internet. If your home network has a

non-dialup Internet Service, please check your In-

ternet connection and router settings. Select “Test

Again” to see if this has solved the issue. If this

doesn’t work then please call customer service at

1-800-531-5000 and report the diagnostic code

displayed above.” Diagnostic Code 71”

• The network is connected, but the Inter-

net connection has failed.

• Problem with the router conguration or

the receiver network settings.

72 Cannot detect dial tone, but Internet connection

good.

Troubleshoot phone connection.

73 Cannot detect Network connection or dial tone Troubleshoot phone connection.

74 Dish alignment test not ran during installation

verication.

N/A

75 On Screen Text: “External Storage Error Detected a

problem was detected reading your external stor-

age device. Please unplug or remove your external

storage device, reboot your receiver and rerun

the test. If that doesn’t work, then please call

Customer Service at 1-800-DIRECTV and report

the diagnostic code displayed below. Diagnostic

Code: 75”

What to do: Remove External Hard Drive and retest.

Do NOT replace Receiver.

76 Cannot detect dial tone for PPV and caller ID Troubleshoot phone connection.

77 Receivers discovered on coax ONLY on H/HR 24s

and higher

Unplug Ethernet cable from receiver.

79 Indicates that the network connection has

dropped multiple MRV sessions over the past 5

days.

Check for loose/bad connectors that may be causing

intermitent problems with the signal. Verify all hard-

ware have green labels indicating that they are SWM/

MRV compliant.

82 Receiver set to SL-5 dish but a SL-3 is present.

This often causes Guide Data update issues.

Change ODU type to Slimline 3.

83 Receiver set to SL-3 dish but a SL-5 is present Change ODU type to Slimline 5.

DIRECTV DIAGNOSTIC / ERROR CODES AND SOLUTIONS

86 We were not able to connect to the Internet.

Would you like to get connected?

• The router is turned o or not func-

tioning properly

• The connection from the receiver to

the router failed.

• The network is connected, but the

Internet connection has failed.

• Problem with the router congura-

tion or the receiver network settings.

• Verify all physical connections

• Verify customer can access DIRECTV.

COM on home PC

• On the receiver, run Restore Defaults,

Connect Now.

• If applicable, verify all DECA units are

operating correctly, including the Broad-

band DECA.

• Verify Router activity lights are active for

the port connected to the Broadband

DECA.

• Inform customer that they may need

to disable router Firewalls which may

be blocking connections for DIRECTV

services. Retry “CONNECT NOW” test to

verify Internet connectivity.

• Instruct customer to verify that their ISP

is not limiting access for additional IP

addresses.

• Instruct customer to verify that their

router is properly congured to support

the number of devices on their network.

Some routers default to only 10 devices.

87 Your receiver is connected to DIRECTV via the

Internet.

• The receiver successfully connects to

the Internet, but cannot connect to a

specic DIRECTV server.

• The DIRECTV server may be unavail-

able or the customer’s router could

be blocking access.

• Broadband call back not successful,

try again later.

• Wait a few minutes and retry (Restore

Defaults and then Connect Now)

• If 87 still occurs, verify access to TVApps,

VOD, YouTube and inform the customer

that they may need to disable router

Firewalls which may be blocking con-

nections for DIRECTV services. Retry

“CONNECT NOW” test to verify Internet

connectivity.

• If unsuccessful, escalate to DIRECTV ISS.

88 Your receiver is connected to DIRECTV via the

Internet. This is a completion code, not a failure

code, and indicates that the receiver has success-

fully connected to the Internet and the DIRECTV

Server.

Broadband Callback was successful.

DIRECTV DIAGNOSTIC / ERROR CODES AND SOLUTIONS

89 Unable to connect to the Wireless Video Bridge(s)

on your network. In order to display any video

the receiver needs to be connected to a Wireless

Video Bridge. Please verify that all Wireless Video

Bridges

on your network are powered on and have the

coaxial cable connected. Select “Test Again” to see

if this has solved the issue. Genie Only

• Determine if the WVB was deliberately

removed from the network by the cus-

tomer. If it was, removing the WVB from

the Genie

• by using the system menus. (Menu

- Settings & Help - Settings - Whole

Home - Video Bridge)

• Ensure all WVBs are powered on and

connected to coax / MoCA network

90 One or more of the Wireless Video Bridges on

your network reports an error. You may experience

poor quality or intermittent loss of video on your

wireless clients. Please reset your Wireless Video

Bridge(s) using the red reset button on the back

panel. Select “Test Again” to see if this has solved

the issue. Genie Only

• Perform a reset on the WVB.

• If WVB continues to blink Red, replace

the WVB.

91 “One or more of the Wireless Video Bridges on

your network reports an error. You may experience

poor quality or intermittent loss of video on your

wireless clients. Please check the coaxial cable

connection to your Wireless Video Bridge(s) then

reset them using the red reset button on the back

panel. Select ”Test Again” to see if this has solved

the issue.” Genie Only

• Troubleshoot the MoCA / Coax network.

Verify cabling and connectors.

92 “One or more of the Wireless Video Bridges on

your network reports an error. You may experience

poor quality or intermittent loss of video on your

wireless clients. Please reset your Wireless Video

Bridge(s) using the red reset button on the back

panel. Select ”Test Again” to see if this has solved

the issue.” Genie Only

• Should not occur.

• Escalate to NET, NET to escalate to STB

Field Support.

93 On-screen display shows: Your receiver is

connected to the wireless network, but it is not

connected to the Internet. HR44 internal WiFi DECA

is connected to the local wireless network but not

the Internet. HR44 Only

• Reboot the modem/router

• If the customer has a separate modem

from the router, be sure to unplug the

modem rst, then the router

• Plug the modem back in rst if it’s sepa-

rate, then plug the router back in

• Press the DASH button to check if the

receiver is connected to the

• Internet. If issue persists, refer the cus-

tomer to the router manual,

• manufacturer or ISP.

DIRECTV DIAGNOSTIC / ERROR CODES AND SOLUTIONS

94 On-screen display shows: The receiver is not con-

nected to a wireless network. There are more than

one wireless networks in range. HR44 internal

WiFi DECA is not connected to the local wireless

network, but there are wireless networks detect-

ed. HR44 Only

• Unplug the router for 30 seconds, then

plug it back in.

• Press DASH button to check if the re-

ceiver is connected to the Internet.

• If the issue persists, help customer re-

peat network setup with WPS or manu-

ally.

95 On-screen display shows: The receiver is not con-

nected to a wireless network. HR44 internalWiFi

DECA is not connected to the local wireless net-

work, and there are no wireless networks detected

or in range. HR44 Only

• Unplug the router for 30 seconds, then

plug it back in.

• Press DASH button to check if the re-

ceiver is connected to the Internet.

• If issue persists, repeat network setup

using WPS or manual password entry.

96 On-screen display shows: The received wireless

network signal is weak. This may aect perfor-

mance. HR44 internal WiFi DECA is connected to

the WiFi router; however, the WiFi signal strength

is poor.HR44 Only

• HR44 internal WiFi DECA is connected to

the WiFi router; however, the WiFi signal

strength is poor.

• On the remote, press and hold INFO to

get to System Info & Test, then select

More System Info. If wireless signal

strength is not “Excellent” or “Good,”

then install a wired CCK.

97 On-screen display shows: There is a history of

wireless network signal weakness. This may

aect performance. HR44 internal WiFi DECA is

connected to the WiFi router; however, there is a

history of poor WiFi signal strength. HR44 Only

• This Diagnostic code is triggered when-

ever the HR44 has been recently discon-

nected from the wireless network. On

the remote, press and hold INFO to get

to System Info & Test, then select More

System Info. If wireless signal strength is

not “Excellent” or “Good,” then install a

wired CCK.

98 On-screen display shows: There is a history of

wireless network disconnects. This may aect per-

formance. HR44 internal WiFi DECA is connected

to the WiFi router; however, there is a history of

WiFi signal disconnects. HR44 Only

• HR44 internal WiFi DECA is connected to

the WiFi router; however, the WiFi signal

strength is poor.

• On the remote, press and hold INFO to

get to System Info & Test, then select

More System Info. If wireless signal

strength is not “Excellent” or “Good,”

then install a wired CCK.

99 Wireless Client Slow Link. There is a good con-

nection to the wireless video bridge but one or

more of your wireless clients reports poor network

performance. Genie Only

• Survey each wireless client to nd the

one with poor performance, indicated by

an amber or red light on the client when

powered up.

• Relocate the client or video bridge to

eliminate performance issues.

ADDITIONAL TROUBLESHOOTING

Additional text on the codes listed above.

Codes 10, 11 – Receiver error detected.

Overview:

A problem with your receiver was detected.

Troubleshooting:

Both of these indicate receiver errors that are not recoverable in the eld so the box must be replaced. Code 10 indicates a

RID related error while 11 indicates the tuner hardware can not be accessed. The presence of error 11 may also result in a

box stuck in step 1 of 2 at bootup.

Not related to TV Apps (11)

Code 12 – Receiver error detected.

Overview:

A problem with your receiver was detected.

Troubleshooting:

This indicates no signal on the network tuner in MPEG4 boxes. This tuner is DC blocked and slaved to the primary tuner

and is used for guide and conditional access data. If the primary tuner shows good signal strength with this error present

then the box should be replaced.

Code 13 – Receiver error detected.

Overview:

A problem was detected reading your access card. Please check to see that the card is inserted correctly and rerun the test.

Troubleshooting:

This is often associated with a 761 / 762 OSD. It can be a card inserted incorrectly, a faulty card reader in the receiver or a

faulty CAM card. Reposition the card and swap between boxes to isolate the cause. Note that brown discoloration of the

CAM card on top does not indicate a failed or about to fail CAM card.

Codes 14, 15, 21– Internal Storage Error Detected.

Overview:

A problem was detected reading your internal storage device. This may be a simple initialization error or a critical fault.

Please reboot the box now. That may x the problem

Troubleshooting:

Code 14 indicates trouble communicating with the hard disk drive while 15 indicates the drive is accessible but does not

pass integrity tests. For 14, reboot the box and see if the problems continue. For 15 replace the box. Generally boxes

showing a code 14 will soon begin showing code 15. These issues may also lead to a code 21 at bootup. Normally they all

indicate the receiver should be replaced.

ADDITIONAL TROUBLESHOOTING

Code 20 - General ODU Error.

Overview:

A problem with your ODU has been detected.

Troubleshooting:

This is a general error and is usually accompanied by more specic errors which point to specic troubleshooting steps.

Code 24 (HR23-700 only)

Overview:

Diagnostic code 24 detects a hardware failure in the HR23-700. This test and error code can appear at boot up and is

periodically run in the background. When the background test detects a problem, the receiver will reboot and display this

message. OSD Text: “A fatal error has occurred.”

Troubleshooting:

Unplug your receiver immediately and call 1-800-531-5000 to order a replacement receiver reporting the diagnostic code

displayed.

You will need to replace the HR23-700 receiver.

• The receiver is inoperable, and the customer should unplug the receiver.

• The HR23-700 should be replaced If the message says “ A problem with your receiver has been detected”

• The customer can select CONTINUE while they wait for the replacement receiver

• If the receiver is not replaced, then it may eventually display the “Fatal Error” message.

Code 25 (H21-25 only)

This error code can appear upon boot up if H2x ash memory corruption is detected. The following settings will be lost:

• Autotunes and Autotune History

• SWDL History

• Purchase History

• Search History and Find by History Network Settings

• Favorites list and Quick Tune Stations

• Resolution setting for 1080p

• Whole-Home friendly names

• UI settings such as: scrolling eects; guide sort settings; network conguration

• Other non-customer aecting data (DMS Data, PMS Data, IVG Data, SHEF Data)

OSD Text: “A problem has been detected. Your receiver will attempt to repair it now. This will cause current user settings

to be lost, but it should correct the problem and restore normal operation. If this condition persists, please call Customer

Service.

ADDITIONAL TROUBLESHOOTING

Codes 40, 41, 42, 43 – ODU Alignment Problem/Signal Distribution Problem

The ODU may need a pointing adjustment that might be causing searching for satellite signal issues. Check for trees or

leaves are blocking the satellite signal to the ODU or if there may be snow or ice on the dish. If it is raining or snowing,

please repeat the system test when the weather clears.

• 40 – Non-SWiM. Fails basic +13/+18 ODU test for signal.

• 41 – SWiM only, tuners locked but missing guide data.

• 42 – Non-SWiM, tuners locked but missing guide data.

• 43 – Signal levels more than 5 points below IV levels. This can be level issue with tuner 1, tuner 2

Troubleshooting:

Verify all satellite positions that the STB is supporting using the signal meter screen to verify transponder signal levels.

Check for BBC’s on non SWM installs connected to the Hx and HRxx products. Verify cabling from the ODU to the STB.

Check for crimped or frayed cables, splitters, barrels and wall plates that may need replacement. Using a Super Buddy or

an AIM meter to verify:

Typical measurements:

(Signal)Power levels- -approx. -30’s to -40’s dbm

ES/NO (AIM) C/N (Super Buddy) - greater than 10db for KA/KU

LNB oset- + or – 5 MHz

If levels are below spec check the alignment of the ODU.

Code 44 – Second Tuner Connection Problem

Overview:

Your receiver might be incorrectly congured or incorrectly connected to tuner 2.

This is an IV test similar to the test for error 43.

Troubleshooting:

If non-SWiM ODU, verify 2 cables are present and connected. If present, follow troubleshooting steps for 40, 41, 42, 43. If

not present, correct or go to the system setup and set the box for single tuner. Note that an IV waiver may be required.

Codes 45, 46 – Critical Satellite Data not Received

Overview:

• 45 - Your receiver restarted at time/date because critical data could not be acquired from the satellite for 12

hours.

• 46 - Your receiver has not acquired critical data from the satellite for the past hour.

Troubleshooting:

Both of these codes result from lack of guide data updates and are related to 920 OSDs, code 43s and the guide display-

ing ‘to be announced’. They can also be associated with the conditions that result in code 82 or 83. The box will track this

lack of guide data updates and generate a code 46 after an hour and reboot the box after 12 hours which forces the box

to reacquire guide data at which point a code 25 will be displayed. Troubleshoot as with codes 40-43. Low signal levels,

miscongured ODU types or LOS issues can result in these errors.

ADDITIONAL TROUBLESHOOTING

Codes 47, 48, 79 – Whole Home DVR (MRV) network diagnostics (Hx24 capable only)

Overview:

These diagnostic codes are only valid for Hx24 IRDs and indicate possible issues with the installation (cabling, connectors,

splitters, green-label, DECA’s, BSF…).

• 47 – will be reported if the network bandwidth is sucient to meet DIRECTV specications whichpoints to a

likely problem with the coax cables, splitters, or ttings.

• 48 – will be reported if the MRV network bandwidth is being degraded due to excessive interference, as op-

posed to signal attenuation which points to a likely problem with poor quality coax (scrapped together RG

59), diplexed o air signals, mixed in signals into the same coax distribution from a dierent provider such as

cable TV or MATV.

• 79 – will be reported if unexpected MRV network drops have been observed by this STB. These network

drops may be due to intermittent interference and may not be present at the time of test execution. For

instance if troubleshooting for 47 or 48, you may see a 79 code reported. When the 47 or 48 are resolved

the 79 code may still be reported but can be ignored. If 47 or 48 were not reported and only a 79, further

troubleshooting is required.

Troubleshooting:

Error codes 47 & 48 will be populated with the [FRIENDLYNAME] and/or [ROUTER-‘MAC Address’] for as many IRDs with

bad connections to the network. Start troubleshooting for the rst IRD listed on error codes 47 & 48 and rerun system

test. In troubleshooting the MRV network, verify the following:

• Green label components

• BSF not used when required on STB’s or LNB

• Cabling

• Connectors (including barrel and wall), excessive use of connectors creates attenuation and degrades the

MRV network.

• Verify there is nothing diplexed onto the coax – no o-air antenna, and no CATV or MATV

• Splitters: every unused output has a 75-ohm terminator (All unused ports, including the SWiM power supply,

must be terminated)

• DECA’s not used when required

• DECA’s used on H24/HR24

• Ethernet cables connected directly to the back of the STB Ethernet port. A DECA BB must be installed to con-

nect the MRV network to the internet.

• These must be visually veried.

ADDITIONAL TROUBLESHOOTING

Codes 49, 50, 51 – SWiM registration related errors.

Overview:

• 49 – Unable to register primary tuner.

• 50 – Unable to register secondary tuner. (Associated with 771B OSD).

• 51 – Receiver is congured for SWiM but cannot detect SWiM. (Associated with 771A OSD).

Troubleshooting:

These are all related to SWiM registration processes. The SWiM 2.3 MHz control channel is shared by all boxes on the

SWiM network. If the channel is not present or not present and the receiver is congured for a SWiM network, code 51

will be displayed. If the receiver has been working on a SWiM network and there is a loss of the control channel, the 771A

OSD will display. If the receiver is properly communicating on the control channel but the SWiM indicates no channels are

available for registration, code 49 is displayed. The SWiM is fully over subscribed. If only one channel is available and the

receiver is a DVR, error 50 is displayed.

For code 51, look for a faulty SWiM, power inserter, power inserter on a switched electrical outlet or

anything inline that will not pass or attenuates the 2.3 MHz control channel. These can often be

non-DIRECTV approved splitters added by the customer or long cable runs. These issues can often be intermittent. An ac-

cidently attached b-band converter can also result in a loss of SWiM communications.

For codes 49 and 50, it is simply an oversubscribed issue. Each DVR takes 2 channels and non-DVR takes a single channel.

The only workaround other than expanding the SWiM system is for code 50 which is to put the receiver in single tuner

mode via guided setup. This will normally require an IV waiver.

Code 54- General MoCA Test Error

Error in the Genie’s built-in network adapter or poor quality on the line at 475MHz-625MHz. Corresponds to a yellow light

on a DECA or wireless video bridge. Most likely causes are excessively long cable runs, corroded barrels or connectors, or

use of unapproved materials.

1. Ensure that networking to all wired clients or Wireless Video Bridge involves coax. For DIRECTV Ready clients, a coax run

from the SWiM splitter should be connected

to a broadband DECA, which should be connected to the DIRECTV Ready TV.

2. Restart the Genie server.

Code 70 - Cannot Detect Home Network

Overview:

Your receiver is congured to work with a home network but the network was not detected. Please check the network ca-

bling and equipment. Select “Test Again” to see if this has solved the issue. Communication problem between receiver and

home network or router.

ADDITIONAL TROUBLESHOOTING

Code 71 – Cannot Detect Internet.

Overview:

Your receiver detects the presence of a home network, however it can not access the Internet. If your network does have a

broadband connection present, this may be due to the receiver not obtaining a DNS entry during DHCP negotiation with

your home network.

Troubleshooting:

Terms:

Home network = Customers router or ISP modem.

DNS = Domain Name System. It translates domain names into an IP address that can be used by the DIRECTV receiver or

computer.

DHCP = Dynamic Host Conguration Protocol. It gets parameters needed to operate in an IP network.

Restore Network Defaults. It doesn’t restore entire receiver settings - only resets the network settings for Internet commu-

nication:

After receiver resets to network defaults: Select “Connect Now.”

Select “Test Connection” to make sure your receiver can connect to your network and the Internet.

Code 75– External Storage Error Detected.

Overview:

A problem was detected reading your external storage device. Please unplug or remove your external storage device,

reboot your receiver and rerun the test

Troubleshooting:

This test is equivalent to the tests performed for error 14/15 when using internal storage. The customer may wish to

reboot the external storage device and when up and running, reboot the receiver. If the external device still does not

function it should be replaced. The receiver will revert to it’s internal storage once rebooted without the external device

connected. Replacing receivers does not resolve this issue; it’s normally due to a failed external drive.

Codes 72, 73, 76 - Cannot Detect Phone Dial Tone

Overview:

Your receiver is not connected to a phone line.

• 72 - The receiver is connected to the Internet but no dial tone is detected.

• 73 – The receiver was previously congured for a network but the Internet and the dial tone is not

• 76 – The receiver is not networked and no dial tone is detected.

Troubleshooting:

This is a basic dial tone test. Check for a poor phone line connector and that the phone line is

plugged into the correct jack. Test the phone line on a spare non-powered phone. Access the hidden menu using the

menu and right arrow and run the modem test. Note that if a 72 is displayed

this should only impact caller ID since PPV details are reported through the Internet.

ADDITIONAL TROUBLESHOOTING

Codes 82, 83 – Satellite Dish Conguration Issue.

Overview:

Your receiver is congured for the incorrect satellite dish.

roubleshooting:

These tests check for valid guide data on the proper transponders and only run on non-SWiM installations. Code 82 in-

dicates the receiver is set for a SL-5 ODU, when a SL-3 ODU is actually present. Code 83 indicates the opposite condition.

Recongure the receiver for the proper LNB type. This issue can often be associated with the 920 OSD and missing chan-

nel remaps for the 7xx-1 HD sports programming.

Codes 89-92 - Wireless Video Bridge Conguration Issue.

Overview:

Your wireless video bridge is not communicating properly.

Troubleshooting:

Generally rebooting the WVB and examining the cable connection should resolve these issues.

Codes 93-99 - HR44 Wireless Networking Issue

Overview:

HR44 Genie DVRs are equipped with internal wireless adapters that are designed to connect to the user’s home wireless

network. These codes help identify the source of the issue and suggest a course of action, which often includes resetting

the customer’s wireless adapter.

THREE DIGIT CODES

These codes will appear as on-screen messages while you are viewing.

Screen

Display

Issue Resolution

711 Access Card Is Not Active Customer Service (CS) needs to activate.

721 Service Isn’t Authorized CS needs to authorize. Can also indicate a

blackout condition (sports programming)

722 Service Expired IRD was unplugged for an extended period,

reconnect IRD & have CS reauthorize.

724 Authorization or Paring Expired Issue Contact DTV to resend Pairing or Resend All

Authorizations. Issuemay be related to 920

OSD so also troubleshoot as if present.

725 Authorization or Paring Expired Issue Contact DTV to resend Pairing or Resend All

Authorizations. Issuemay be related to 920

OSD so also troubleshoot as if present.

726 Wrong or Missing RID Number Verify RID from TV screen & have CS reau-

thorize.

727 Program Not Available in Your Area Have CS verify address and resend authoriza-

tions. If still not available have CS check for

“Blackouts” or FCC “Viewing Restrictions”.

731 Access Card Full Run IRD “system test” to make sure phone is

OK. If not OK, troubleshoot phone line. If OK,

have CS force a callback (est. time approx. 2

minutes). If a forced callback does not suc-

ceed see above reminder: “For Ext 731-743”.

- Related OSD is 780 for broadband con-

nected boxes.

732 IPPV Purchase Limit Reached IRD needs to call to download PPV informa-

tion. Once it is downloaded the limit will be

once again available. Follow procedure for

“731- Access Card Full” Limits are to protect

the customer as well as assure DIRECTV is

able to collect on purchase. - Related OSD is

781 for broadband connected boxes.

THREE DIGIT CODES

733 IPPV Ordering Disabled 60 days with no callback, either resolve call-

back issue or disable IPPV ag and resend all

authorizations. Contact DTV - Related OSD is

777 for broadband connected boxes. Follow

procedure for “731- Access Card Full”.

734 Unable to Request IPPV IPPV ag set to No in the billing system.

Contact DTV.

736 IPPV (Interactive Pay Per View) has

been disabled due to STB not success-

fully completely a callback.

60 days with no callback, either resolve call-

back issue or disable IPPV ag and resend all

authorizations. Contact DTV - Related OSD is

777 for broadband connected boxes.

741 PPV Data was Missing Conict between your current billing infor-

mation and authorized services. PPV event,

day and time needs to be escalated by CS to

the DIRECTV Support Center; resolution is

normally 1 business day.

743 PPV has expired. 24 Hour rental period has expired for previ-

ously ordered PPV.

744 Loss of Programming IRD is not getting authorization. Need to

reset IRD and check for new OSD.

745 Access Card or Reader may be Defec-

tive

Access card has had temporary problem

processing data. Reset IRD. If problem con-

tinues IRD and/or access card may need to

be replaced.

746 Possible Data Corruption IRD had a temporary problem processing

data. Reset IRD.

747 Unable to Complete OSD when order-

ing or viewing PPV. OSD says “Unable

to complete this transaction.”

Have CS resend authorizations, then reset

IRD Only on NDS IRDs such as D10s, H20s,

R15s.

749 Mutiswitch Problem Troubshoot multiswitch.

750 Service Not Active Customer needs to have HD access to be

able to view OTA channels.

751 Wrong or Missing RID Number Contact DTV to verify actual RID against Bill-

ing System. Attempt Resend All Authoriza-

tions.

THREE DIGIT CODES

752 Information Update Error IRD cannot

accept a software download or new

data updates with the current access

card. OSD may appear when access

cards are being re-paired with IRDs.

Follow these steps: 1) Have CS resend au-

thorization 2) Reset IRD 3) Have CS send

replacement card.

761 Insert Your Card or MRR Service Access card isn’t all the way in the IRD. Re-

move & reinsert card.

762 Insert Valid Card or MRR Service IRD & access card are not communicating

1) Remove & reinsert Card. 2) Reset Without

Access Card 3) Test Card vs. IRD.

763 Access Card Expired Access card is an older version (period) card.

1) Have CS order new card or activate re-

placement card 2) If card replaced, have CS

resend authorizations 3) If OSD continues,

reset IRD 4) Replace IRD. When *trouble-

shooting this issue tune to channel 377 to

verify if programming has returned.

764 Wrong Access Card Inserted Access

card in IRD does not match what is

listed with authorization system.

Have CS verify & update information. Have

CS reauthorize and then reset IRD. If OSD

continues, note the following: 1) account in-

formation (customer name, account number,

telephone number) 2) access card number

3) IRD serial number 4) RID number 5) Have

CS supervisor escalate to DIRECTV Support

Center. Note: resolution is normally 1 busi-

ness day.

765 Please insert your new access card. Insert new access card.

771 Searching for Satellite Main Check: 1) Peaking 2) Line of sight 3)

Connections 4) Distribution system 5) Hard-

ware

771A Problem Communicating w/ Dish SWiM power inserter may need to be

plugged in. The network can’t detect the

SWiM due to power loss to the SWiM. No

SWiM installation is present Superseded by

775.

771B Problem Communicating w/ Dish Too many receivers or tuners are connected

to the SWiM. Test with SWiM meter and

upgrade to SWiM 16 if necessary. Superseded

by 776.

THREE DIGIT CODES

772 No guide data. Signal or broadcast issue. Occasionally seen

after rain fade.

775 Problem Communicating w/ Dish SWiM power inserter may need to be

plugged in. The network can’t detect the

SWiM due to power loss to the SWiM. No

SWiM installation is present

776 Problem Communicating w/ Dish Too many receivers or tuners are connected

to the SWiM. Test with SWiM meter and up-

grade to SWiM 16 if necessary

777 IPPV Ordering Disabled 60 days with no callback, either resolve call-

back issue or disable IPPV ag and resend all

authorizations. Contact DTV. Follow proce-

dure for “731- Access Card Full”.

780 Access Card Full Run IRD “system test” to make sure network

is OK. If not OK, troubleshoot network line. If

OK, have CS force a callback (est. time ap-

prox. 2 minutes). If a forced callback does not

succeed see above reminder: “For Ext 731-

743”.

781 IPPV Purchase Limit Reached IRD needs to call to download PPV informa-

tion. Once it is downloaded the limit will be

once again available. Follow procedure for

“731- Access Card Full” Limits are to protect

the customer as well as assure DIRECTV is

able to collect on purchase.

792 Antenna Problem Loss of signal from over-the-air antenna.

799 Replace Receiver Self-diagnostic OSD OSD says “Receiver needs to be replaced”.

It may NOT need to be replaced. Perform

a “Factory Default” through the IRD menu.

Only on D10s.*

920 “Missing Guide Info: Your receiver has

not received guide information from

the satellite for the past (3-13) hours.

Please contact DIRECTV Customer

Service (920).” This is normally a signal

issue and often occurs because the

customer cannot get the 119 signal.

The installation needs to be inspected for the

root cause as to why the IRD is receiving this

OSD.

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